Manufacturing Operative

Balconette; Blindley Heath; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Balconette in Blindley Heath, Surrey, is hiring a Manufacturing Operative. You will join the production team at our Blindley Heath site, supporting the assembly, packing and dispatch of glass balustrade components.

Full training is provided; a clean UK driving licence is required for occasional business trips. Responsibilities include operating machinery, picking and packing glass panels, and assisting with stock control and site installations across the UK.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent is required.
• Good communication and timekeeping abilities are essential.
• Reliable, trustworthy and able to work to high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to cut, assemble, and pack aluminium profile.
• Pick, clean and pack glass panels and accessories.
• Assist with dispatching orders and stock checks.
• Use of basic hand tools and potential forklift tasks.
• Occasional site work and UK-wide installations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Timekeeping

Reliability

Calm under pressure

Education

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Manufacturing Operative

Location: Blindley Heath, Surrey

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Vacancy Type: Full-time position, Hours of work 7:30-16:30 (28 days holiday per year (20 days + statutory)

Balconette is an established company who manufacture and supply glass balustrade and Juliets.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Operative to join our great Manufacturing team. Working from our Blindley Heath site, you will assist in the production process, ensuring efficiency and quality standards are met. Experience not required as full and continuous training will be given. Clean UK driving licence is a must as occasional driving for business is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate machinery and equipment to cut, assemble, and pack aluminium profile
• Pick, clean and pack glass panels
• Pick and pack product accessories to complete order
• Assist with dispatching orders
• Use of powered vehicles, e.g. forklift
• Assist with maintaining stock levels
• Follow processes accordingly
• Comply with Health and Safety
• Roll will involve site work and installations across the UK
• Working away on installations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Evidence of a sound level of general education including GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
• Willingness to participate in further training and development opportunities

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Physical fitness - physical role with heavy lifting
• Good communication skills
• Excellent timekeeping
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety procedures
• Understand measurements and ability to use basic hand tools

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Reliable and trustworthy
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships